FAQ

As apprenticeship programs are made up of related-technical-instruction (RTI) and on-the-job-training (OJT), you must be employed to get started as an apprentice. ABCI can offer assistance with employment should you need it. Contact us for more information.

Roofing is 2 years. Line Erector is 3 years. HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, and Fire Sprinkler are 4 year programs.

In the state of Florida, an apprentice is not charged for their education.

Construction careers in today’s market are all about high-tech, high-stakes, huge earning potential, and the opportunity to travel the world while earning a great income. As an apprentice you get paid a salary while you learn, and your employer pays your tuition.

OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health) is part of the United States Department of Labor. OSHA ensures safe and healthy working conditions for laborers by setting and enforcing standards, and by providing training, outreach, education, and assistance.

Construction apprenticeship education combines paid, hands-on job training with classroom instruction to help individuals develop the technical knowledge and practical skills needed for a career in the construction industry. Apprentices learn from experienced professionals while earning a paycheck and working toward industry-recognized credentials.

Construction apprenticeship education is designed for individuals who are beginning a career in the skilled trades as well as those already employed by a contractor who want to expand their knowledge, improve their skills, or advance into leadership roles. ABC Institute works with both students and employers throughout Florida.

Construction apprenticeship education allows participants to gain real-world experience while learning in the classroom. Benefits can include earning while you learn, developing valuable trade skills, increasing career opportunities, and gaining credentials that demonstrate your knowledge to employers.

We offer construction trade programs in a variety of skilled trades to help apprentices build technical knowledge and practical experience. Program availability may vary by campus location and employer participation. Contact us to learn which programs are currently available.

No. While many students begin with little or no experience, construction trade programs can also benefit experienced tradespeople who want to strengthen their skills, learn a new trade, or prepare for supervisory and management positions.

Yes. ABC Institute partners with contractors and employers to provide construction trade programs that support employee development, workforce training, and long-term career growth. Training can help companies develop skilled workers while investing in employee retention.

Construction workforce development focuses on preparing current and future construction professionals with the education, technical skills, and hands-on experience needed to meet industry demands. It benefits both employers seeking qualified workers and individuals pursuing rewarding careers in the skilled trades.

We proudly support construction workforce development by working with contractors, students, and educators to provide apprenticeship education, construction trade programs, and ongoing training opportunities that help strengthen the construction workforce throughout Florida.

As demand for skilled construction professionals continues to grow, workforce development helps employers build qualified teams while creating career opportunities for individuals entering or advancing within the construction industry.

We have campus locations in Hialeah, Coconut Creek, Fort Lauderdale, and West Palm Beach, FL.

Yes, we provide licensed and accredited construction apprenticeship and construction trade programs designed to support the needs of both employers and students.

At ABC Institute, we provide our training programs for employers, contractors, and students from Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, Miami, and the surrounding communities of South Florida.